Beauty & Personal Care, Iowa

Tattoo cost in Des Moines, IA

A typical Tattoo figure in Des Moines is about $162 per hour, about 10% below the national figure of $180.

Typical cost

Typical in Des Moines

$162

per hour

On the low end
$90
On the high end
$270

Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Des Moines. Not a quote.

What moves the price

  1. Artist demand
  2. Size
  3. Color
  4. Shop minimum
  5. Touch-ups

Ways to pay less

  1. Start small
  2. Ask about day rates for large pieces
  3. Tip on the session
  4. Confirm touch-up policy
  5. Avoid impulsing on flash if you want custom

Tattoo in similar cities

PlaceTypicalRange
Des Moines, IA$162
$90 to $270
National typical$180
$100 to $300
Cedar Rapids, IA$155
$86 to $258
Albuquerque, NM$162
$90 to $270
Columbia, SC$162
$90 to $270
Greensboro, NC$162
$90 to $270
Huntsville, AL$162
$90 to $270

Other Beauty & Personal Care costs in Des Moines

Questions people ask

Tattoo in Des Moines: what does it cost?

In Des Moines, IA, Tattoo typically costs about $162 per hour, with most prices between $90 and $270.

Why is Des Moines lower than the national price?

Prices in Des Moines run about 10% below the national average. This estimate scales the national figure by that difference in local cost of living.

Is this a quote?

No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.